Asian American / Asian Research Institute
The City University of New York
AAARI This talk focuses on the importance of leadership development within the Asian American community, exploring strategies for empowering individuals to take on roles in politics, business, and social activism. It emphasizes the need for strong role models and mentorship to cultivate future leaders who can address community challenges and promote positive change.
This event explores the roles of Asian Americans in civic engagement, coalition building, and political leadership through keynote addresses, panel discussions, and interactive sessions. It brings together community leaders, elected officials, and advocates to examine strategies for empowerment and participation in New York City’s diverse communities.
The Town Hall is the Alliance’s regular monthly gathering of artists and arts workers. Taking place the first Tuesday of every month, from 10am to 12pm, the Town Hall is a lively forum for people to announce news, learn about opportunities, and meet each other. Participants are invited to bring flyers and postcards, and to contribute food to the pot-luck buffet.
“Envisioning Justice: The Journey of a Transgendered Woman” tells the story of Pauline Park, tracing her life from her birth in Korea and her adoption by European American parents. In the summer of 2006, Park and filmmaker Larry Tung went back to the south side of Milwaukee to visit the house where she was raised, the first time that she had been inside her childhood home since 1981; they also visited the elementary school, junior high and high school that she attended in her youth.
This event examines Vietnam’s rapid economic growth alongside persistent labor challenges, exploring the impact on workers, unions, and global labor standards. Experts and labor leaders discuss strikes, inequality, and opportunities for collaboration between Vietnamese and U.S. labor movements.
